1989 Holden Barina vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 555 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Barina. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Barina | Niva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2210 mm |
