1982 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Granada (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2000 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Granada | Niva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
