2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Nitro | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 42 L |
