1995 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 410 kg more than 1983 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, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Jeep Cherokee | 1983 Lada Niva | |
Make | Jeep | Lada |
Model | Cherokee | Niva |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |