1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 480 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | Eldorado | Niva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| 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 | 133 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
