2003 Audi LeMans vs. 1987 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Audi LeMans is newer by 16 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 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi LeMans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 525 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi LeMans weights approximately 380 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, 2003 Audi LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi LeMans | 1987 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | LeMans | Niva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 601 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
