1991 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1991 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lada Niva | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Niva | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |