1985 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1986 Lada Samara
To start off, 1986 Lada Samara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 620 kg more than 1986 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, 1985 Cadillac DeVille (272 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara. 1985 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1986 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1986 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac DeVille | 1986 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | DeVille | Samara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
