2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 760 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1985 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1985 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1985 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lada |
| Model | Town & Country | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |
