2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Viper | Niva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
