1996 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 435 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Niva | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Niva | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 67 L |