2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1987 Lada 2104
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 625 kg more than 1987 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 1987 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | CTS | 2104 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
