1991 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Lancia Hyena
To start off, 1992 Lancia Hyena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Hyena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Hyena (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Niva weights approximately 2 kg more than 1992 Lancia Hyena.
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, 1992 Lancia Hyena (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Hyena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Niva | 1992 Lancia Hyena | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Hyena |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1148 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
