1983 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 29 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (138 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 400 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 2012 Volkswagen CC. 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva. 2012 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1983 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1983 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Lada Niva | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | CC |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |