1986 Lada Niva vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Niva | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Lada | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Niva | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
