1995 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 14 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Forte weights approximately 84 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 2009 Kia Forte. 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, 2009 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2009 Kia Forte | |
Make | Lada | Kia |
Model | Niva | Forte |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |