1999 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lada Niva | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Polo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |