1986 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 400 kg more than 1986 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lada Niva | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Niva | Forester |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |