1982 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 570 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1998 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | MPV |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
