1980 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 31 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 347 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 2011 Volkswagen CC. 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada Niva | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | CC |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |