1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1993 Ford Scorpio (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Scorpio | 1997 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Scorpio | Niva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
