1987 Holden Commodore vs. 1982 Lada Niva
To start off, 1987 Holden Commodore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Commodore weights approximately 65 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1987 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Commodore | 1982 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Commodore | Niva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
