1985 Audi 100 vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lada 1600 (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lada 1600 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600.
Because 1978 Lada 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Lada 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | 100 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |