1995 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Golf |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |