2009 Lada Niva vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1982 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva. 1982 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Lada | Ford |
| Model | Niva | Granada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |
