1999 Lada Samara II vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1999 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 565 kg more than 1999 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lada Samara II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lada Samara II | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Samara II | Impreza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2624 mm |