1978 Ford Taunus vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Taunus | 2003 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Taunus | Niva |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 42 L |