1986 Ford Orion vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 391 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Orion (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Orion | 2006 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Orion | Niva |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |