1986 Lada Niva vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Lada Niva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Niva weights approximately 73 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1986 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lada Niva | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Niva | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |