2008 Lada Niva vs. 2001 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora 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 2001 TVR Tamora.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 TVR Tamora. 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, 2001 TVR Tamora (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada Niva | 2001 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Lada | TVR |
Model | Niva | Tamora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |