1986 Lada Niva vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1986 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Niva weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Niva | 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
