1982 Lada Niva vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1995 Subaru SVX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 470 kg more than 1982 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva. 1995 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1982 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1982 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lada Niva | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Niva | SVX |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |