2007 Lada Niva vs. 1996 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lada Niva weights approximately 157 kg more than 1996 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1996 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lada Niva | 1996 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Lada | TVR |
Model | Niva | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1285 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |