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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster 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 (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
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 | 1774 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
