1979 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 615 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 1979 Buick Electra. 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, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 1979 Buick Electra 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. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2001 Lada Niva | |
Make | Buick | Lada |
Model | Electra | Niva |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |