1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2004 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 35 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada Niva weights approximately 95 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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 (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 2004 Lada Niva | |
Make | Holden | Lada |
Model | Monaro | Niva |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |