2010 Lada Niva vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 270 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira. 1984 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 2010 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2010 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lada Niva | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Lada | Holden |
| Model | Niva | Camira |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
