2009 Lada Niva vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 305 kg more than 1993 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva 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, 2009 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Niva | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
