2008 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 342 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Lada | Ford |
| Model | Niva | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
