2004 Lada 2123 vs. 1977 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Lada 2123 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lada 2123 (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada 2123 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Lada 2123 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 2123 | 1977 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2123 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
