1999 Dodge Durango vs. 1993 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 823 kg more than 1993 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva. 1999 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1993 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1993 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Durango | 1993 Lada Niva | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Durango | Niva |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |