1990 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 708 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1990 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1990 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Niva | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Lada | Cadillac |
| Model | Niva | CTS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
