1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 4 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Because 1988 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, 1988 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 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | Coupe | Niva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1190 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
