1986 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 21 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 1,997 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 250 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.
Because 1986 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Niva | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Colt |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 69 L |
