2008 Audi R8 vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 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 R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | R8 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
