2001 Lada Niva vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 164 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2001 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Magna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
