1995 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1995 Ford Escort (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Escort | Niva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
