2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford ST 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 ST 460 (178 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2000 Ford ST 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford ST 460 | 1998 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | ST 460 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
