1957 Buick 40 vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 1985 Lada Niva | |
Make | Buick | Lada |
Model | 40 | Niva |
Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2210 mm |