1994 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,375 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 635 kg more than 1994 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Niva | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 2375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
