1982 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 361 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Escort | 2006 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Escort | Niva |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |