1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 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 48 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Kia | Lada |
Model | Sportage | Niva |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |