1988 Lada Niva vs. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 60 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 1991 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
