1995 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 187 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Escort | Niva |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
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 | 87 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1285 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 |