2008 Lada Niva vs. 1989 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1989 Pontiac Firebird (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 1989 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | Niva | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
