1991 Lada Niva vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1991 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Niva weights approximately 310 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Lada Niva (110 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 1991 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Niva | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
