2009 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2009 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1997 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A4 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
