1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 125 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 1990 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Aerostar | 2006 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Aerostar | Niva |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |