1995 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 15 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
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, 2010 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Niva | Outback |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1774 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
