2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1987 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1987 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1987 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1987 Lada Niva | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Yukon | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |
