1988 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 121 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Niva | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
