2000 Jaguar XKR vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XKR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 583 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2000 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva. 2000 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1981 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1981 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XKR | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | XKR | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2210 mm |
