1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 182 kg more than 1957 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Jeep CJ5 | 2002 Lada Niva | |
Make | Jeep | Lada |
Model | CJ5 | Niva |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1212 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 |