1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 15 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Tempo. 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Tempo | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Tempo | Niva |
Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2210 mm |