1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2007 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alpina B6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2007 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alpina | Lada |
| Model | B6 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
