1969 Jaguar 240 vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Jaguar 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1969 Jaguar 240 (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jaguar 240 | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | 240 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
