1990 Lada Niva vs. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi

To start off, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Niva weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Lada Niva 1996 Seat Inca Kombi
Make Lada Seat
Model Niva Inca Kombi
Year Released 1990 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1451 cc 1391 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1035 kg


 

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