1979 Holden GTS vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Holden GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden GTS | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | Holden | Lada |
Model | GTS | Niva |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |