2002 Ford Laser vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Ford Laser.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2002 Ford Laser (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Laser | 2009 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Laser | Niva |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |