1995 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 17 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 160 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 2012 Hyundai ix20. 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, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
Make | Lada | Hyundai |
Model | Niva | ix20 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17:01 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
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 | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2615 mm |