1987 Audi 80 vs. 1980 Lada Niva
To start off, 1987 Audi 80 is newer by 7 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada Niva weights approximately 130 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 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 80. 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, 1987 Audi 80 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1980 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | 80 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
