1986 Lada Niva vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1986 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Niva | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Galant |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
