2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
| Model | DB9 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 42 L |
