1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 106 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 1990 Dodge Spirit. 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Spirit | Niva |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2211 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 | 134 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 |