1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 19 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Sierra (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Sierra | Niva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 45 L |
