1997 Lada Niva vs. 1954 Saab 94
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Saab 94. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Saab 94 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1954 Saab 94. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1954 Saab 94. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 708 kg more than 1954 Saab 94. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Saab 94. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Saab 94. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Saab 94.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Niva | 1954 Saab 94 | |
| Make | Lada | Saab |
| Model | Niva | 94 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |
