1997 Ford Maverick vs. 1991 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 700 kg more than 1991 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 Maverick (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 1991 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Maverick | Niva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
