1998 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 14 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, 1998 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indica. 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, 2012 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Niva | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Lada | Tata |
| Model | Niva | Indica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 37 L |
