1995 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 463 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Lada | Hyundai |
| Model | Niva | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
