1995 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2012 Ford Explorer is newer by 17 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Explorer weights approximately 857 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Explorer. 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, 2012 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2012 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Lada Niva | 2012 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Lada | Ford |
Model | Niva | Explorer |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |