1995 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Journey weights approximately 552 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 2012 Dodge Journey. 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2012 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Lada Niva | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Lada | Dodge |
Model | Niva | Journey |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 78 L |