1980 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 25 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 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1170 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva. 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2005 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada Niva | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Niva | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 4507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |