2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1377 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1990 Lada Niva | |
Make | Cadillac | Lada |
Model | Escalade | Niva |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |