1985 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada Niva | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
