1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 78 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Shadow. 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Shadow | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Shadow | Niva |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |