1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1993 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 758 kg more than 1993 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1993 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Explorer | Niva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
