1990 Holden Apollo vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Apollo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Apollo. 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, 1990 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Apollo | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Holden | Lada |
Model | Apollo | Niva |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2070 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |