1987 Ford Telstar vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 255 kg more than 1987 Ford Telstar.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Telstar | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Telstar | Niva |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |