1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 645 kg more than 2005 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | XJS | Niva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
