2007 Lada Niva vs. 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lada Niva weights approximately 205 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. 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, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe (164 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lada Niva | 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe | |
Make | Lada | Saturn |
Model | Niva | Sports Coupe |
Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |