1994 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Lantra (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 130 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Lantra.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1994 Hyundai Lantra (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Lantra | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Lantra | Niva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
