2003 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner weights approximately 695 kg more than 2003 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 Space Liner (270 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner has automatic transmission and 2003 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2003 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada Niva | 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Space Liner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |
