2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 1980 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva.
Because 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2009 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva. 2009 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 1980 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1980 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Azera | 1980 Lada Niva | |
Make | Hyundai | Lada |
Model | Azera | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |