1990 Holden Nova vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Nova (81 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Niva weights approximately 135 kg more than 1990 Holden Nova.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Nova (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Nova | 1992 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Nova | Niva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
