2001 Audi TT vs. 1987 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Audi TT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 760 kg more than 1987 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, 2001 Audi TT (285 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 1987 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | TT | Niva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
