1987 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1992 Porsche 968 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Niva | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Niva | 968 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 92 L |