1993 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 214 kg more than 1993 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lada Niva | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Polo |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |