1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 42 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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 (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Maverick | Niva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1285 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 |
