1999 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2010 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Niva | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Lada | Audi |
| Model | Niva | A3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
