1988 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 24 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva. 2012 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | Tundra |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |