1997 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lada Niva (79 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 668 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva.
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, 1997 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Niva | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Lada | Tata |
| Model | Niva | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
