1991 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 21 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 545 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1091 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.
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 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 690 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1991 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1991 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lada Niva | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Lada | Bentley |
Model | Niva | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 90 L |