1981 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 28 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 222 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada Niva | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | Touran |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
