1957 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 1981 Lada Niva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 632 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | MK VIII | Niva |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 43 L |
