1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 588 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1998 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Caravan | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Caravan | Niva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2210 mm |
