1980 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 163 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 852 kg more than 1980 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva. 2004 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1980 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1980 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada Niva | 2004 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Lada | Lincoln |
| Model | Niva | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
