1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 148 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Coronet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 1997 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Coronet | Niva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
