1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1994 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Niva would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1994 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1994 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1994 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 1994 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | F-250 | Niva |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1450 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2210 mm |