1976 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 375 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 2006 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Escort | Niva |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |