1982 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 860 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva. 2007 Subaru Legacy 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. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Lada Niva 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Lada Subaru
Model Niva Legacy
Year Released 1982 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1451 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 76 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 L 64 L


 

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