2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 828 kg more than 1985 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1985 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jeep | Lada |
| Model | Compass | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 43 L |
