1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 380 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Hyundai Pony. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Hyundai Pony | 2001 Lada Niva | |
Make | Hyundai | Lada |
Model | Pony | Niva |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |