1998 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 590 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1999 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada Niva | 1999 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Lada | Plymouth |
Model | Niva | Voyager |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |