2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,798 cc, 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 235 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Caliber | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1568 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 43 L |
