1983 Lada Niva vs. 1988 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1988 Ford Fairlane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fairlane (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 480 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva. 1988 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1983 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1983 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lada Niva | 1988 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Lada | Ford |
| Model | Niva | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2950 mm |
