1984 Ford Orion vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Orion | 2001 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Orion | Niva |
Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |