1999 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1999 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Focus | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
