1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 230 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.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1985 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Monaro | Niva |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
