1968 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 1981 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lada Niva (76 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1968 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 122 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jeep CJ5 | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jeep | Lada |
| Model | CJ5 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1152 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 |
