1980 Buick Electra vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 1983 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 575 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1983 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1983 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1983 Lada Niva | |
Make | Buick | Lada |
Model | Electra | Niva |
Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1150 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 |