1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 105 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | XK | Niva |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
