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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 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 | 1774 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
