1990 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1980 Lada Niva
To start off, 1990 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 570 kg more than 1980 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, 1990 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jensen Interceptor | 1980 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jensen | Lada |
| Model | Interceptor | Niva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1150 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 |
