2000 Holden Berlina vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Berlina | 1998 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Berlina | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
