1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1978 Lada 1200
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (202 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 755 kg more than 1978 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Lada 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1978 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1978 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1978 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | Riviera | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
