1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada Niva weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1985 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | Coupe | Niva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
