1988 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 305 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Niva | Impreza |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 65535 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2625 mm |