2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1980 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 662 kg more than 1980 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (191 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva.
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2004 Hyundai Trajet | 1980 Lada Niva | |
Make | Hyundai | Lada |
Model | Trajet | Niva |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |