2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1987 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 218 kg more than 1987 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 1987 Lada Niva | |
Make | Hyundai | Lada |
Model | Tiburon | Niva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |