1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Buick | Lada |
Model | Roadmaster | Niva |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |