1986 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 25 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.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Niva | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Raider |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 83 L |
