1991 Lada Niva vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 365 kg more than 1991 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1991 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1991 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Niva | 1994 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Verada |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
