1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1986 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 170 kg more than 1986 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Audi Coupe | 1986 Lada Niva | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | Coupe | Niva |
Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |