2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 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 5,882 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1939 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (753 Nm) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Ram | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5882 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 753 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 42 L |
