1998 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 40 kg more than 1993 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1998 Ford Focus (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1993 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Focus | Niva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 43 L |
