1982 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 23 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 357 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1982 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1982 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lada Niva | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | Tribute |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 262 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |