1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1984 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lada Niva weights approximately 52 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Lantra.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Lantra | 1984 Lada Niva | |
Make | Hyundai | Lada |
Model | Lantra | Niva |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |