1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 245 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar C-Type | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | C-Type | Niva |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
