1988 Lada Niva vs. 2004 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 TVR Tuscan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 10 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 2004 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2004 TVR Tuscan (402 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2004 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Lada | TVR |
| Model | Niva | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
