1993 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 568 kg more than 1993 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (203 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva. 2001 Ford Ranger has automatic transmission and 1993 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1993 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Ranger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lada Niva | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Lada | Ford |
Model | Niva | Ranger |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 203 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |