2008 Lada Niva vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 235 kg more than 1995 Opel Tigra.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Opel Tigra. 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, 2008 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 1995 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
