2009 Lada Niva vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 930 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. 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 1985 Porsche 930. 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Niva | 930 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |