2005 Audi TT vs. 1986 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 315 kg more than 1986 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, 2005 Audi TT (281 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1986 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | TT | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 43 L |
