1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 715 kg more than 2005 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2005 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | Roadmaster | Niva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
