2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 195 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Mustang | Niva |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |