1997 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lada |
| Model | Galant | Niva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
