1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 905 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 DeVille (582 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | DeVille | Niva |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
