1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 1983 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Mondeo | Niva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1150 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 | 43 L |
