1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi Coupe 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 30 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 230 kg more than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Because 1996 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, 1996 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 1996 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | Coupe | Niva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1210 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 |
