1995 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi SST is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi SST is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi SST weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 1998 Mitsubishi SST has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi SST will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
Model | Niva | SST |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |