1996 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 610 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Niva | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Niva | Panamera |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |