2005 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Audi S3
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 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, 1999 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1999 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Lada | Audi |
| Model | Niva | S3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
