1981 Lada Niva vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 207 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada Niva | 1997 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Colt |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
