1988 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 18 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 356 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, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 2006 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Niva | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |