1991 Ford Orion vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 265 kg more than 1991 Ford Orion.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Orion | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Orion | Niva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
