1988 Lada Niva vs. 1973 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Stag (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Stag weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Triumph Stag. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1973 Triumph Stag (192 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 1973 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Lada | Triumph |
| Model | Niva | Stag |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
