1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 135 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mazda 929. 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, 1980 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Mazda | Lada |
| Model | 929 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
