1994 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 320 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.
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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lada Niva | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Niva | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |