1997 Lada Niva vs. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 122 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Niva | 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
