1984 Holden Camira vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 27 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 270 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Camira | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Holden | Lada |
Model | Camira | Niva |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |