1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fiesta (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 247 kg more than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Fiesta (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Fiesta | Niva |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 963 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |