2002 Lada 119 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 119. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 119 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Lada 119. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 119. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 264 kg more than 2002 Lada 119. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 119. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 119.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 119 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 119 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
