2009 Audi TT vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 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 TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1996 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | TT | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
