1980 Lada Niva vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 10 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 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1980 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 928. 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada Niva | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Niva | 928 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 4957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |