2005 Lada Niva vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 283 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (146 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 927 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |
