2008 Kia Picanto vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto 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, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto. 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 Picanto. 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, 1995 Lada Niva (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Picanto | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
