1955 Jaguar MK VII vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 557 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar MK VII | 1997 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | MK VII | Niva |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 42 L |
