1982 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 28 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 440 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 2010 Volkswagen Eos. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | Eos |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 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 | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
