1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lada |
| Model | Bigua | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
