1988 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fairlane (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Fairlane | Niva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1285 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 |
