1983 Lada Niva vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 430 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lada Niva | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Polo |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |