1977 Ford LTD vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 640 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva. 1977 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford LTD | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | LTD | Niva |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2210 mm |
