1993 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 163 kg more than 1993 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lada Niva | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Niva | Legacy |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |