2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 672 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | CTS | Samara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
