2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Niva weights approximately 178 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1990 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |