1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1987 Lada Niva

To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 307 kg more than 1987 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Kia Sportage 1987 Lada Niva
Make Kia Lada
Model Sportage Niva
Year Released 1999 1987
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1452 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 126 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.1 mm 71 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1457 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 3730 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2210 mm


 

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