1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 1987 Lada Niva
To start off, 1987 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 482 kg more than 1987 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 1987 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Fairlane | Niva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
