1988 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1502 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Lada | Ford |
| Model | Niva | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 106 L |
