2004 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada Niva | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Lada | Hyundai |
| Model | Niva | i30 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |
