2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 392 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 1983 Lada Niva | |
Make | Kia | Lada |
Model | Sportage | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |