1977 Buick Estate vs. 1998 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1998 Lada Natacha is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Estate (153 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Lada Natacha. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 895 kg more than 1998 Lada Natacha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lada Natacha, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Natacha. 1977 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1998 Lada Natacha has manual transmission. 1998 Lada Natacha will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 1998 Lada Natacha | |
Make | Buick | Lada |
Model | Estate | Natacha |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |