1998 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 79 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada Niva | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Jetta |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1289 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |