2006 Lada Niva vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 730 kg more than 2006 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2006 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2006 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Lada | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Niva | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2950 mm |
