1984 Ford Orion vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 21 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), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (54 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 335 kg more than 1984 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 1984 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Orion | Niva |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 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 |