2001 Lada Niva vs. 1986 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lincoln Continental (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 505 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1986 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1986 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Lada | Lincoln |
| Model | Niva | Continental |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
