1998 Lada Niva vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 TVR Tamora. 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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Niva | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Lada | TVR |
| Model | Niva | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 280 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 | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
