2000 Lada Niva vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Niva (79 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Niva | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |