1981 Lada Niva vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1981 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 368 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lada Niva | 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
Model | Niva | Jeep |
Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |