1986 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 482 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jensen Interceptor | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jensen | Lada |
| Model | Interceptor | Niva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
