1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge 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, 1993 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Caravan | Niva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
