1995 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 215 kg more than 1995 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2008 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Niva | Forester |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 128 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |