1983 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 25 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 200 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lada Niva | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Jetta |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |