1980 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 32 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 167 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.
Because 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada Niva | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Lada | Kia |
| Model | Niva | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 53 L |
