1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1980 Lada Niva
To start off, 1980 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 245 kg more than 1980 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Dart (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1980 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Dart | Niva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
