1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 106 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Spirit | 1999 Lada Niva | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Spirit | Niva |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 150 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |