1954 Jeep CJ vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 1983 Lada Niva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,151 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva.
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, 1954 Jeep CJ (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Jeep CJ | 1983 Lada Niva | |
Make | Jeep | Lada |
Model | CJ | Niva |
Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3151 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2210 mm |