1954 Buick 40 vs. 1982 Lada Niva
To start off, 1982 Lada Niva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1954 Buick 40 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1982 Lada Niva | |
Make | Buick | Lada |
Model | 40 | Niva |
Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2210 mm |