2000 Lada Niva vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 TVR Chimaera. 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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Niva | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Lada | TVR |
| Model | Niva | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
