1998 Lada Niva vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Niva | 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
