1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 266 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1996 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1996 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Lada Niva | |
Make | Buick | Lada |
Model | LeSabre | Niva |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |