2000 TVR Tuscan vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 TVR Tuscan | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | TVR | Lada |
| Model | Tuscan | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
