2005 Lada Niva vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada Niva | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |