1985 Ford Tempo vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo 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 (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 47 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Because 1997 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, 1997 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 1997 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Tempo | Niva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1212 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 |
