1998 Lada Niva vs. 1969 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Tuscan (134 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 300 kg more than 1969 TVR Tuscan.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1969 TVR Tuscan (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Niva | 1969 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Lada | TVR |
| Model | Niva | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
