2009 Lada Niva vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1989 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Magna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
