1982 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 305 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Magna |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
