1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1987 Lada Niva
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Niva weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1987 Lada Niva | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lada |
| Model | Bigua | Niva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
