1990 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva. 2009 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1990 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1990 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Niva | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Niva | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
