1981 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 127 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada Niva | 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
