2009 Lada Niva vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. 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 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Niva | Verada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
