1982 Ford Taunus 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 Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Ford Taunus. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 184 kg more than 1982 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Taunus. 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, 2000 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Taunus. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Taunus | 2000 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Taunus | Niva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
