1980 Buick Estate vs. 2001 Lada Roadster
To start off, 2001 Lada Roadster is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Estate (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Lada Roadster. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Roadster.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lada Roadster, 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, 1980 Buick Estate (318 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Roadster. (116 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 2001 Lada Roadster | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | Estate | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4931 cc | 1497 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
