2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 14 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 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
| Model | DB9 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 43 L |
