1986 Holden Camira vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Holden Camira.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Camira | 1998 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Camira | Niva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1210 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 |
