1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 686 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 1965 Buick Riviera. 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 1965 Buick Riviera 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. 1965 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | Riviera | Niva |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
