1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 393 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 1997 Lada Niva | |
Make | Buick | Lada |
Model | Skylark | Niva |
Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |