1978 Lada 1600 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 32 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 435 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Lada 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Lada 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lada 1600 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1600 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 55 L |
