1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 285 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. 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, 2011 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Subaru Leone | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Subaru | Lada |
Model | Leone | Niva |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |