1978 Buick Regal vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Regal (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1978 Buick Regal (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Buick | Lada |
Model | Regal | Niva |
Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |