1980 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 760 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva. 2005 Audi Allroad has automatic transmission and 1980 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1980 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi Allroad will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada Niva | 2005 Audi Allroad | |
Make | Lada | Audi |
Model | Niva | Allroad |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |