1968 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Lada Niva
To start off, 1980 Lada Niva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada Niva weights approximately 58 kg more than 1968 Audi 100.
Because 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1968 Audi 100 (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 1980 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | 100 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
