1988 Ford Tempo vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Tempo (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Tempo | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Tempo | Niva |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2210 mm |