2009 Lada Niva vs. 1974 Porsche 914
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 360 kg more than 1974 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1974 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 1974 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Niva | 914 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |