1986 Audi 200 vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1986 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | 200 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
