1993 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tazz (180 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Niva weights approximately 208 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Niva | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1295 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
