2002 Lada Niva vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Niva | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Lada | Saab |
| Model | Niva | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
