1988 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 20 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 228 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 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | Bora |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
