1999 Lada 111 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Lada 111 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada 111 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lada 111 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | 111 | Passat |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |