1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Conquest | Niva |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |