1997 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 233 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lada Niva | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Passat |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |