1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 1991 Lada Niva
To start off, 1991 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 440 kg more than 1991 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva. 1982 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1991 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1991 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick LeSabre | 1991 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | LeSabre | Niva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
