2001 Lada Niva vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Niva | 968 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 74 L |
