2004 Ford Focus vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 300 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2004 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1981 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Focus | Niva |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 43 L |