1980 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1980 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada Niva | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | 6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
