1987 Audi 200 vs. 1991 Lada Niva
To start off, 1991 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,110 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (503 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Niva weights approximately 35 kg more than 1987 Audi 200.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Audi 200 (501 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1991 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | 200 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
