2008 Lada Niva vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 264 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire has automatic transmission and 2008 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2008 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | Niva | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
