1991 Lada Niva vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1995 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Niva weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
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, 1995 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lada Niva | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Niva | Impreza |
Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |