2005 Lada Niva vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2005 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada Niva | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Lada | Oldsmobile |
Model | Niva | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2960 mm |