1992 Lancia Hyena vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Hyena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Hyena 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 170 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 137 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Hyena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Hyena | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Lancia | Lada |
| Model | Hyena | Niva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
