1994 Dodge Neon vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 83 kg more than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1994 Dodge Neon (178 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Neon | 1998 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Neon | Niva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
