1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 289 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jaguar E-Type | 1999 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | E-Type | Niva |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 42 L |
