1995 Lada Niva vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 45 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Lada | Talbot |
| Model | Niva | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
