1976 Ford Maverick vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Maverick (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Maverick weights approximately 110 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Maverick | 1985 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Maverick | Niva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1150 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 |
