1998 Kia Joice vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Joice | Niva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
