2009 Lada 111 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Lada 111 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada 111 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Lada 111.
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, 2009 Lada 111 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 111 | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 111 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
