1994 Lada Niva vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Niva weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lada Niva | 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
Model | Niva | Lancer |
Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |