1988 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 504 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Lada | Buick |
| Model | Niva | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
