1993 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 220 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Escort | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Escort | Niva |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 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 | 1065 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |