1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2000 Lada Niva | |
Make | Holden | Lada |
Model | Kingswood | Niva |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |