2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 677 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1980 Lada 2105 has manual transmission. 1980 Lada 2105 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Nitro | 2105 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
