2002 Lada 2123 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 2123 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2123 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
