2003 Lada Niva vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lada Niva | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Niva | 928 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |