2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Viper. 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (1,154 Nm) has 1021 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Viper | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 1154 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
