1994 Dodge Viper vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Viper weights approximately 332 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Viper | 1996 Lada Niva | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Viper | Niva |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7988 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |