1983 Lada Niva vs. 2003 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2003 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 7,729 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 714 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 771 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lada Niva | 2003 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Lada | TVR |
Model | Niva | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 7729 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |