2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 158 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Cee'd (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Cee'd | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
