1999 Audi R8R vs. 1993 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Niva weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi R8R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 1993 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1993 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1993 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | R8R | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1650 mm |
