2005 Lada Oka vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Oka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Oka would be higher. At 644 cc (2 cylinders), 2005 Lada Oka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Nano (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Nano should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Oka weights approximately 36 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano.
Because 2012 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada Oka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Tata Nano (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Nano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada Oka | 2012 Tata Nano | |
Make | Lada | Tata |
Model | Oka | Nano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 644 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 46 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2230 mm |