1993 Ford Sierra vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Sierra (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 64 kg more than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Sierra (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Sierra | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Sierra | Niva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
