1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 1987 Lada Niva
To start off, 1992 Dodge Spirit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 166 kg more than 1987 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1992 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 1987 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Spirit | Niva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1150 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 |
