1997 Lada Niva vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 352 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lada Niva | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
Model | Niva | Lancer |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |