2001 Lada Niva vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 460 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 1997 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (454 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lada Niva | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Lada | Pontiac |
Model | Niva | Firebird |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 5747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 454 Nm |
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 | 1210 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |