2003 Dodge Dakota vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 296 kg more than 1995 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, 2003 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Dakota | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Dakota | Niva |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2210 mm |