2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | CTS | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
