1988 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 408 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.
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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Niva | Legacy |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |