1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | XJ220 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
