1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1980 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Audi Coupe is newer by 5 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada Niva weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Because 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1985 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi Coupe | 1980 Lada Niva | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | Coupe | Niva |
Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |