1991 Lada Samara vs. 2001 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 816 kg more than 1991 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1991 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1991 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Samara | 2001 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Lada | Buick |
| Model | Samara | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
