1987 Lada Niva vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 555 kg more than 1987 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1987 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Niva | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Lada | Plymouth |
| Model | Niva | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
