1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Kingswood | Niva |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
