1988 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 19 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Jetta |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |