2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1991 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1193 kg more than 1991 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 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 1991 Lada Niva | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Durango | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1452 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 | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 43 L |