1998 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 41 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Focus | Niva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
