1989 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 55 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 911 | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Porsche | Lada |
| Model | 911 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
