1988 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 470 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
Model | Niva | Lancer |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |