1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2004 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 568 kg more than 2004 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Jaguar 420G. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 2004 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | 420G | Niva |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
