1995 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Lada | Audi |
Model | Niva | A4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |