1981 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 345 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1981 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1981 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada Niva | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Niva | Forester |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
