1982 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (99 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 970 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
