1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 95 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Taunus (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 1998 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Taunus | Niva |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2210 mm |