2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1982 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 442 kg more than 1982 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva. 2006 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1982 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1982 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1982 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | Escalade | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| 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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 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 |
