1982 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 640 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1982 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1982 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lada Niva | 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Lada | Oldsmobile |
Model | Niva | Bravada |
Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |