1984 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 28 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 830 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 2012 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva. 2012 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. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lada Niva | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Lada | Dodge |
| Model | Niva | Charger |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
