1983 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 590 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 2002 Buick Park Avenue. 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva. 2002 Buick Park Avenue 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. 2002 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lada Niva | 2002 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Lada | Buick |
Model | Niva | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |