1996 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Lada Samara
To start off, both 1996 Audi A6 and 1996 Lada Samara were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1996 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1996 Lada Samara | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | A6 | Samara |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |