1998 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 1998 Audi A6 (271 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1990 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A6 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
