1993 Audi S4 vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 1993 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,199 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi S4 (226 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva.
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, 1993 Audi S4 (353 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 1993 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi S4 | 1990 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | S4 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
