1991 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Lada Niva
To start off, 1994 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Niva weights approximately 55 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort.
Because 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Escort | 1994 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Escort | Niva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
