2001 Lada Niva vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva.
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, 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Gaus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
