2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1982 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 404 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva. 2000 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1982 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1982 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LaCrosse | 1982 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | LaCrosse | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2210 mm |
