1986 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,189 cc, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1986 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Niva | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Niva | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3189 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
