2002 Lada Niva vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Tigra (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 102 kg more than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1994 Opel Tigra (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Niva | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 46 L |
