1982 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 355 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Cadillac | Lada |
Model | Eldorado | Niva |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |