2002 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 230 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Escape | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Escape | Niva |
Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |