1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1998 Lada Natacha
To start off, both 1998 Buick Riviera and 1998 Lada Natacha were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Riviera (125 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Lada Natacha. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 681 kg more than 1998 Lada Natacha. 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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Natacha. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1998 Lada Natacha has manual transmission. 1998 Lada Natacha will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 1998 Lada Natacha | |
Make | Buick | Lada |
Model | Riviera | Natacha |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 287 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |