1948 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Niva weights approximately 100 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1948 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jeep CJ3A | 1999 Lada Niva | |
Make | Jeep | Lada |
Model | CJ3A | Niva |
Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2210 mm |