2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1980 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 26 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 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 527 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.
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, 2006 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva. 2006 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1980 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1980 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Commander | 1980 Lada Niva | |
Make | Jeep | Lada |
Model | Commander | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1452 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 43 L |