2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1991 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 532 kg more than 1991 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1991 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1991 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Park Avenue | 1991 Lada Niva | |
Make | Buick | Lada |
Model | Park Avenue | Niva |
Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |