1995 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 17 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 300 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 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant 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. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2012 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Galant |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 67 L |
