1984 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 647 kg more than 1984 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva. 2011 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1984 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1984 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lada Niva | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Lada | Dodge |
| Model | Niva | Charger |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
