2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1987 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva.
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 Q7 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1987 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 1987 Lada Niva | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | Q7 | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |