1991 Lada Niva vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 19 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 622 kg more than 1991 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Niva | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Lada | SsangYong |
| Model | Niva | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
