1995 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Mondeo (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Mondeo | Niva |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |