1989 Audi V8 vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva. 1989 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2003 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Audi V8 | 2003 Lada Niva | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | V8 | Niva |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |