2005 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
