1993 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 14 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 498 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 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lada Niva | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
Model | Niva | Colt |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 95 L |