1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Mustang | Niva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
