1997 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i10 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 216 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai i10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Niva | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Lada | Hyundai |
| Model | Niva | i10 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
