1991 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 368 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 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Niva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2210 mm |
