1972 Ford Torino vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 324 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Torino | Niva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 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 |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
