1988 Lada Niva vs. 1993 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1993 Subaru SVX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru SVX weights approximately 430 kg more than 1988 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, 1993 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva. 1993 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 1993 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Niva | SVX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
