1983 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 335 kg more than 1983 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Escort | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Escort | Niva |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2210 mm |