1995 Lada Niva vs. 1993 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (335 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1993 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Lada | Maserati |
| Model | Niva | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
