1998 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 8 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 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Niva | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Lada | Tata |
| Model | Niva | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
