2001 Holden Vectra vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Holden Vectra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Vectra weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2001 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Vectra | 1992 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Vectra | Niva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
