1994 Ford Aspire vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 282 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Aspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Aspire | Niva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 42 L |
