2003 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lada Niva | 2010 Tata Indica | |
Make | Lada | Tata |
Model | Niva | Indica |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 37 L |