1983 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lada Niva | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Lada | Aston Martin |
| Model | Niva | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
