2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1982 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1982 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Durango | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 43 L |
