1978 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1994 Lada Natacha is newer by 16 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 (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 445 kg more than 1994 Lada Natacha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Regal 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 1978 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1978 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1994 Lada Natacha | |
Make | Buick | Lada |
Model | Regal | Natacha |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |