1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Mustang (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Mustang | 2008 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Mustang | Niva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
