1984 Holden Camira vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Camira. 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, 1984 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Camira | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Holden | Lada |
Model | Camira | Niva |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |