2008 Audi A5 vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1988 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A5 | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | A5 | Niva |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2070 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |