1999 Lada Samara II vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 14 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1999 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 688 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 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Samara II. 2013 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1999 Lada Samara II has manual transmission. 1999 Lada Samara II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Lada Samara II | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Samara II | Outback |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |