1997 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1986 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1997 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A6 | 1986 Lada Niva | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | A6 | Niva |
Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |