2007 Lada Niva vs. 1977 Porsche 912
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 912 (87 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lada Niva weights approximately 145 kg more than 1977 Porsche 912.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 912. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1977 Porsche 912 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lada Niva | 1977 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Niva | 912 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1285 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2220 mm |
