1985 Ford Tempo vs. 1982 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Tempo (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lada Niva weights approximately 45 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1985 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 1982 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Tempo | Niva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1150 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 |
