1975 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 290 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2000 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Escort | Niva |
Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |