1995 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Lada | Ford |
| Model | Niva | Escape |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
