1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Monaro weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1972 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Monaro | 2003 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Monaro | Niva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1210 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 |
