1952 Ford Vedette vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,157 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 87 kg more than 1952 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lada Niva 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, 1997 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 1997 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Vedette | Niva |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
