1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 11 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 490 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 1999 Holden Berlina. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Berlina | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
