1968 Ford 17 vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 Ford 17.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1968 Ford 17 (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 2000 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | 17 | Niva |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |