1993 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Mitsubishi GTO
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO (276 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO (426 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva. 1999 Mitsubishi GTO has automatic transmission and 1993 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1993 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Niva | 1999 Mitsubishi GTO | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | GTO |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
