1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 790 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 1992 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. 1992 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | Roadmaster | Niva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1210 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 |
