2005 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 10 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, both vehicles can yield 79 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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, 1995 Lada Niva (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Focus | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
