2008 Tata Nano vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Nano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Nano would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 685 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tata Nano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Nano | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Tata | Lada |
| Model | Nano | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
