2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lada Niva (76 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Niva weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2007 Ford Bantam (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 1992 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Bantam | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
