2001 Lada Niva vs. 1991 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (293 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 1991 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2001 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1991 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Lada | Holden |
| Model | Niva | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
