2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1994 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 893 kg more than 1994 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 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Patriot | 1994 Lada Niva | |
Make | Jeep | Lada |
Model | Patriot | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1450 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 43 L |