1997 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 38 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Niva | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Lada | Ford |
| Model | Niva | Focus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1174 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 51 L |
