2001 Kia Shuma vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Kia Shuma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Niva weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Kia Shuma.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2001 Kia Shuma (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Shuma | 1990 Lada Niva | |
Make | Kia | Lada |
Model | Shuma | Niva |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |