2002 Lada 111 vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Lada 111 is newer by 16 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 111 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 111 | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 111 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| 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 | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
