1978 Lada 1600 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 566 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lada 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lada 1600 | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1600 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 60 L |
