1995 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 230 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2009 Subaru Legacy 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. 2009 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Niva | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 74 L |
