1996 Hyundai Pony vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Pony is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Pony. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1996 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Pony | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Pony | Niva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
