2009 Lada Niva vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1185 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 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. 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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Lada | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Niva | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 108 L |
