2009 Lada Niva vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Lada | Dodge |
Model | Niva | Dakota |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 132 L |