1980 Lada Niva vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 701 kg more than 1980 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada Niva | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Lada | SsangYong |
Model | Niva | Rexton |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |