1994 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1994 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1994 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1994 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lada Niva | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Niva | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 67 L |