1988 Ford Taurus vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Taurus (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Taurus | Niva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
