1965 Holden EH vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 105 kg more than 1965 Holden EH.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Holden EH. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 2008 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2008 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 2008 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | EH | Niva |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
