1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 500 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lada |
| Model | 990 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2210 mm |
