2009 Lada Niva vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 10 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 1997 Porsche 911. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (530 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Niva | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |