1988 Lada Niva vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 160 kg more than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1987 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Niva | Leone |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
