1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 1982 Lada Niva
To start off, 1982 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 620 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 1982 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | XJS | Niva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 43 L |
