1997 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 620 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva. 2010 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1997 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1997 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Niva | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Lada | Dodge |
| Model | Niva | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 74 L |
