2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 1,929 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 170 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lancia Kappa | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Lancia | Lada |
Model | Kappa | Niva |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |