2002 Lada Niva vs. 1994 Ford Laser
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 207 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser. 1994 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2002 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Niva | 1994 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Lada | Ford |
| Model | Niva | Laser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
