2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
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 Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Ram | Niva |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4699 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 42 L |