1994 Ford Escort 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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Escort (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 117 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Escort. 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, 1994 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Escort | 2002 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Escort | Niva |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |