2001 Chrysler Viper vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2001 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Viper | 1990 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lada |
| Model | Viper | Niva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
