1974 Chrysler Charger vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chrysler Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1974 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Charger | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lada |
| Model | Charger | Niva |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
