2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1982 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford F-250 | 1982 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | F-250 | Niva |
Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 43 L |