1996 Lada 110 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada 110 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 (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Lada 110. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada 110.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada 110 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2578 mm |
