2008 Lada Niva vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada Niva | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
Model | Niva | Galant |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |