1973 Holden Monaro vs. 1982 Lada Niva
To start off, 1982 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 194 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1973 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Monaro | 1982 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Monaro | Niva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 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 |
