1999 Holden Astra vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Niva weights approximately 4 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1999 Holden Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 1990 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Astra | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
