1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 190 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1982 Audi Coupe (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | Coupe | Niva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
