1976 Ford Granada vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 Lada Niva.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1976 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Granada | 1992 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Granada | Niva |
Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |