1983 Ford Orion vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 410 kg more than 1983 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Orion | Niva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
