1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, both 1983 Dodge Daytona and 1983 Lada Niva were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1983 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Daytona | Niva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
