1999 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 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, 1999 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A4 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
