1997 Holden Commodore vs. 1991 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 400 kg more than 1991 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Commodore | 1991 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Commodore | Niva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 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 | 1550 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
