1970 Audi 100 vs. 1987 Lada Niva
To start off, 1987 Lada Niva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Niva weights approximately 68 kg more than 1970 Audi 100.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1970 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1987 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | 100 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 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 | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
