1992 Lada Niva vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 554 kg more than 1992 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1992 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1992 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lada Niva | 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Lada | Oldsmobile |
Model | Niva | Toronado |
Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |