2007 Lada Niva vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 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, 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lada Niva | 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
