1988 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 865 kg more than 1988 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva. 2009 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Lada | Jeep |
Model | Niva | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |