1980 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 138 kg more than 1980 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Volkswagen Golf (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada Niva | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Golf |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1288 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |