1993 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 538 kg more than 1993 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Niva | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | Niva | GTO |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 5669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
