1960 Jaguar MK II vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 1981 Lada Niva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 298 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 1960 Jaguar MK II. 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, 1960 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK II | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | MK II | Niva |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |
