1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 1990 Lada Samara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1990 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1990 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1990 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 1990 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | Eldorado | Samara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
