1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1983 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Telstar | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
