2000 Audi TT vs. 1986 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 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 TT (226 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1986 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | TT | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
