1995 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Tata Indigo. 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, 1995 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Lada | Tata |
Model | Niva | Indigo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |