1994 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2001 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, 1994 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 2001 Lada Niva | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | A6 | Niva |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |