1982 Ford Telstar vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Telstar | 2003 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Telstar | Niva |
Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |