2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1984 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1193 kg more than 1984 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 Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1984 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Ram | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 43 L |
