2005 Audi A2 vs. 1987 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 18 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Niva weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2005 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1987 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A2 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
