1998 Holden Commodore vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Holden Commodore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 400 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Holden Commodore | 1996 Lada Niva | |
Make | Holden | Lada |
Model | Commodore | Niva |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1210 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 |