2000 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 170 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lada |
| Model | Magna | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
