1998 Kia Joice vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 7 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | Kia | Lada |
Model | Joice | Niva |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
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 | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |