1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Monaro | Niva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 1774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
