1976 Audi 100 vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 Lada Niva.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1976 Audi 100 (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1992 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | 100 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
