1995 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 144 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (235 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | GTI |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
