2006 Lada Niva vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Magna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1370 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 |
