1973 Ford Maverick vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Maverick (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 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, 1973 Ford Maverick (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Maverick | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Maverick | Niva |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1240 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 |