1995 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 440 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 2007 Maserati GranSport. 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Lada | Maserati |
| Model | Niva | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 88 L |
