2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105.
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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | CTS | 2105 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1458 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
