1996 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 123 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Niva | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Lada | Hyundai |
Model | Niva | Accent |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4369 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |