1993 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 7 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 228 kg more than 1993 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion 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. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Niva | 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Dion |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
