1962 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 985 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac Sixty. 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, 1962 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Sixty | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | Sixty | Niva |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 81 HP |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
