1995 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 18 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 689 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.
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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Lada | Dodge |
| Model | Niva | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
