1982 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 30 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 410 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.
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, 2012 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva. 2012 Subaru Forester 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. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Niva | Forester |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 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 | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1560 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 |
