1996 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 17 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 110 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.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Niva | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Niva | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2415 mm |
