2002 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 557 kg more than 2012 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Lada |
Model | Pajero | Niva |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | 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 | 175 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |