1988 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 170 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 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Niva | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2355 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
