1985 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 415 kg more than 1985 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 Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lada Niva | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Niva | Legacy |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |