1982 Ford Granada 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 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, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 85 kg more than 2006 Lada Niva.
Because 2006 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, 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 Granada (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2006 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Granada | Niva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| 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 | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| 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 | 1285 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 | 45 L |
