2006 Lada Niva vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2006 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2006 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Lada | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Niva | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
