1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1982 Lada Niva
To start off, 1982 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 335 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 1982 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Aspen | Niva |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2210 mm |
