1996 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (190 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva.
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, 1996 Audi A6 (286 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1998 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A6 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
