1992 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 161 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1992 Ford Escort (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Escort | Niva |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |