2004 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 34 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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, 1995 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 (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Focus | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |
