2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 430 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | CTS | Niva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
