1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 2 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Sunbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1998 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Sunbird | Niva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2210 mm |
