1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 1982 Lada Niva
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 1 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 480 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.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 1982 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Fairlane | Niva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
