1989 Ford Tempo vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Tempo. 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, 1989 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Tempo | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Tempo | Niva |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |