2000 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Tata Indica
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Tata Indica. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 226 kg more than 1998 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Indica. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Niva | 1998 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Lada | Tata |
| Model | Niva | Indica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
