1985 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada Niva | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Niva | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
