2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1994 Lada Samara
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1994 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 936 kg more than 1994 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1994 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Nitro | Samara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
