1981 Lada Niva vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1981 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 12 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada Niva | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Niva | 930 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
