1994 Hyundai Accent vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 350 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Accent | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Accent | Niva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
