2000 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 12 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A6 | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | A6 | Niva |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |