1990 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,998 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Niva | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
Model | Niva | Lancer |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2635 mm |