1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1986 Lada Niva
To start off, 1986 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 1986 Lada Niva | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | Quattro | Niva |
Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |