1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 1 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 1,774 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 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, 1995 Lada Niva (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Hyundai | Lada |
Model | Lantra | Niva |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |