1978 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | 100 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 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 | 42 L |
