1999 Lada Niva vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Niva | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Lada | Saab |
| Model | Niva | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
