1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Sierra | Niva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
