2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 88 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2003 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Mustang | Niva |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 133 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |