1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 47 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 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. 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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Tiburon | Niva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
