1994 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 13 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1994 Audi A6 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2007 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A6 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
