1988 Lada Niva vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Niva | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 77 L |