1987 Dodge Colt vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Colt (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1987 Dodge Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Dodge Colt | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Colt | Niva |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |