1979 Ford Granada vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 1983 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Granada (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 1983 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Granada | Niva |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 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 |
