2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 47 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2008 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Kalos | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lada |
| Model | Kalos | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
