1993 Lada Niva vs. 1996 Subaru Outback
To start off, 1996 Subaru Outback is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Outback (165 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva.
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, 1996 Subaru Outback (221 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 1996 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Niva | 1996 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Niva | Outback |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
