2003 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1998 Ford Laser (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva. 1998 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2003 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2003 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lada Niva | 1998 Ford Laser | |
Make | Lada | Ford |
Model | Niva | Laser |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 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 | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |