2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1981 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lada |
| Model | 300 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
