1987 Audi 80 vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 1987 Audi 80 is newer by 9 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lada 1600 (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lada 1600 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1600 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Audi 80, 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, 1978 Lada 1600 (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Lada 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | 80 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
