2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1297 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 709 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Ram | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 43 L |