1986 Buick Electra vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 1986 Buick Electra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 330 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva. 1986 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1985 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1985 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Electra | 1985 Lada Niva | |
Make | Buick | Lada |
Model | Electra | Niva |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2210 mm |