1988 Lada 2105 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 299 kg more than 1988 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada 2105. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2105 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
