2008 Kia Carens vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 1990 Lada Niva | |
Make | Kia | Lada |
Model | Carens | Niva |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 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 Length | 4500 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |