1996 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Niva | 2011 Ford Ka | |
Make | Lada | Ford |
Model | Niva | Ka |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |