2006 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1991 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 584 kg more than 1991 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK8 | 1991 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | XK8 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
