1982 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 878 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (430 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
