1993 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 303 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.
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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lada Niva | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Niva | Impreza |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |