1984 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1984 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lada Niva | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Niva | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |
