1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Cadillac | Lada |
Model | Eldorado | Niva |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2210 mm |