1982 Jeep CJ7 vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Jeep CJ7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Jeep CJ7 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. 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, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Jeep CJ7 | 2003 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jeep | Lada |
| Model | CJ7 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
