2005 Lada Niva vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
