1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1996 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | 62 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 42 L |
