2005 Audi TT vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 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, 2005 Audi TT (281 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1996 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | TT | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
