1991 Lada Niva vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 5 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Niva | 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
