2001 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 2012 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2001 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Lada | Hyundai |
| Model | Niva | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |
