1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 2000 Lada Niva | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Charger | Niva |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2210 mm |