2002 Kia Retona vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 722 kg more than 1990 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, 2002 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Retona | 1990 Lada Niva | |
Make | Kia | Lada |
Model | Retona | Niva |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |