1983 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Voyager (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 255 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Plymouth Voyager. 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, 1992 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lada Niva | 1992 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Lada | Plymouth |
Model | Niva | Voyager |
Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |