1987 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 35 kg more than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1987 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Mustang | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Mustang | Niva |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |