1997 Lada Niva vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 66 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 930. 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lada Niva | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Niva | 930 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |