2002 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2002 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A4 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
