1954 Buick 70 vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 698 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 2011 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2011 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | 70 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2210 mm |
