2004 Kia Rio vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Kia Rio (141 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Rio | 1998 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Rio | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
