1978 Lada 1600 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lada 1600 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1600 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 55 L |
