1985 Jeep CJ vs. 1986 Lada Niva
To start off, 1986 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jeep CJ (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep CJ weights approximately 146 kg more than 1986 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, 1985 Jeep CJ (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep CJ | 1986 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jeep | Lada |
| Model | CJ | Niva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1150 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 |
