1994 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Audi A4

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1994 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1994 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1994 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Lada Niva 2007 Audi A4
Make Lada Audi
Model Niva A4
Year Released 1994 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1450 cc 3188 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 76 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 12.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 L 70 L


 

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