2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1986 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1986 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1986 Lada Niva | |
Make | Hyundai | Lada |
Model | Terracan | Niva |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2900 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |