2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1981 Lada 2105
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1981 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 944 kg more than 1981 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1981 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | Lucerne | 2105 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| 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 | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2430 mm |
