1987 Lada Samara vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 815 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara. 1997 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1987 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Lada | Buick |
| Model | Samara | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
