1990 Dodge Omni vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Omni (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 260 kg more than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 Dodge Omni (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Omni | Niva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 92 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
