2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Hyundai | Lada |
Model | Santa Fe | Niva |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |