1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1980 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Kingswood | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Holden | Lada |
Model | Kingswood | Niva |
Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2070 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1190 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 |