1996 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, both 1996 Audi A3 and 1996 Lada Niva were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 64 kg more than 1996 Audi A3.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi A3 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A3 | 1996 Lada Niva | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | A3 | Niva |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |