2009 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1995 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, 2009 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | A6 | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |