1983 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 363 kg more than 1983 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lada Niva | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Niva | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
