1997 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 243 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Niva | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Magna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
