1983 Jaguar XJS vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 450 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.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Jaguar XJS | 2003 Lada Niva | |
Make | Jaguar | Lada |
Model | XJS | Niva |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1210 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 |