1975 Mazda 1000 vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 575 kg more than 1975 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 1000 | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Mazda | Lada |
Model | 1000 | Niva |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2210 mm |