1984 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 180 kg more than 1984 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (172 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lada Niva | 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
