2009 Ford Focus vs. 1984 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 212 kg more than 1984 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1984 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Focus | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 43 L |
