2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1985 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | F-150 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |
