1994 Lada Niva vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 822 kg more than 1994 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva. 2012 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1994 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1994 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Niva | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Lada | SsangYong |
| Model | Niva | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
