1998 Audi A8 vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (340 HP) has 259 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1988 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 A8 (556 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A8 | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A8 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
