2001 Lada Niva vs. 1991 Saab 900
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 900 weights approximately 90 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 Saab 900. 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 Saab 900 (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1991 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Lada | Saab |
| Model | Niva | 900 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
