2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 19 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 1990 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | H1 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
