1994 Lada Niva vs. 1985 Lincoln Mark VII

To start off, 1994 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 506 kg more than 1994 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1985 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva. 1985 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1994 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1994 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Lada Niva 1985 Lincoln Mark VII
Make Lada Lincoln
Model Niva Mark VII
Year Released 1994 1985
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1450 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2760 mm