1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 50 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 1970 Ford Maverick. 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Maverick | Niva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
