2010 Lada Niva vs. 2008 SSC Aero
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SSC Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SSC Aero would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 981 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SSC Aero weights approximately 8 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 SSC Aero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2008 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1229 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lada Niva | 2008 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Lada | SSC |
| Model | Niva | Aero |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1090 mm |
