1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 44 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Zephyr | Niva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
