1988 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 24 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 209 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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, 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Lada | Kia |
| Model | Niva | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1399 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 | 45 L | 53 L |
