1988 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 21 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 749 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Koenigsegg CCX.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Koenigsegg CCX. 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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 805 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2009 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Lada | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Niva | CCX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
