2009 Lada Niva vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Niva | Baleno |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |