2008 Lada Niva vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph TR7 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 240 kg more than 1978 Triumph TR7.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Triumph TR7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1978 Triumph TR7 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Lada | Triumph |
| Model | Niva | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
