1983 Lada Niva vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1983 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot Tagora (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 105 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1981 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lada Niva | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Lada | Talbot |
| Model | Niva | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
