1982 Buick Estate vs. 1993 Lada Niva
To start off, 1993 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 733 kg more than 1993 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva. 1982 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1993 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1993 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 1993 Lada Niva | |
Make | Buick | Lada |
Model | Estate | Niva |
Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |