1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1993 Lada Niva
To start off, 1993 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 228 kg more than 1993 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 1993 Lada Niva | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Dart | Niva |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4492 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |