1993 Lada Samara vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1993 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 638 kg more than 1993 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lada Samara | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Samara | Legacy |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |