1988 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 24 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 331 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.
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 Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Golf |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |