1982 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 514 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Lada | Ford |
| Model | Niva | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3198 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 74 L |
