2009 Lada Niva vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 349 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1987 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
