2004 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Subaru XT
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada Niva weights approximately 50 kg more than 1992 Subaru XT.
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, 1992 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada Niva | 1992 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Niva | XT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
