1954 Ford Consul vs. 1994 Lada Niva
To start off, 1994 Lada Niva is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lada Niva (76 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Niva weights approximately 105 kg more than 1954 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 1994 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Consul | Niva |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
