1991 Ford Corsair vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 155 kg more than 1991 Ford Corsair.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1991 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Corsair | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Corsair | Niva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
