1995 Ford Fiesta 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 Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 465 kg more than 1995 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2005 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Fiesta | Niva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
