2000 Audi A6 vs. 1982 Lada 1200
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1982 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1982 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1982 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A6 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 39 L |
