1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Niva (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lada Niva (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Tempo | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Tempo | Niva |
Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2070 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2210 mm |