1983 Ford Granada vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 85 kg more than 1992 Lada Niva.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Granada (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 1992 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Granada | Niva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
