1995 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Justy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 345 kg more than 1998 Subaru Justy. 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, 1995 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Niva | Justy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
