1995 Lada Niva vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2011 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Lada | SsangYong |
Model | Niva | Actyon |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1774 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |