1987 Audi 80 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,774 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80.
Because 1995 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, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Niva (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | 80 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
